Cell tower lease at Bicentennial Park
Summary
Commissioner Martin objected to a proposed 75-year lease at a locked-in rate — roughly $150,000, or about $45,000 a year under one calculation — arguing technology changes and the city could be stuck with a bad deal until long after everyone in the room is gone. The current tower agreement runs to 2051.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
A long-term fixed-rate lease could cost the city future revenue if rates rise.
The telecom tenant locking in long-term site rights.
Potentially future residents, if the locked rate undervalues the city's asset.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Commission Meeting - Sep 8, 2026
American Tower offered $750,000 for a 75-year lease extension. The mayor wants a market-rate comparison and raised the option of removing towers, so the deal is on hold.
Agenda Review Workshop - Sep 3, 2026
Commissioner Martin objected to a proposed 75-year lease at a locked-in rate — roughly $150,000, or about $45,000 a year under one calculation — arguing technology changes and the city could be stuck with a bad deal until long after everyone in the room is gone. The current tower agreement runs to 2051.
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